8850-8899 Series OWNER S GUIDE Guía del Dueño Le Guide du Propriétaire Upright Vacuum Cleaner Household Type Aspiradora Vertical Tipo demestico Aspirateur vertical de type résidentiel Thank you for Gracias por la Merci d'avoir purchasing your new Eureka Vacuum compra acheté de su nueva aspiradora Eureka votre nouvel aspirateur Eureka Before Returning, Call Eureka Customer Service Antes de enviar de regreso, Ilame al Servico al Cliente de Eureka Avant de le retourner, appelez le service à la clientèle Eureka HELPLINE LÍNEA DE AYUDA LIGNE D AIDE 1-800-282-2886 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (CST), Monday - Friday 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (CST), Saturday - Sunday 8 a.m. a 7:30 p.m. (CST), de Lunes a Viernes 10 a.m. a 6:30 p.m. (CST), Sábado y Domingo 8 h à 19 h 30 (CST), lundi au vendredi 10 h à 18 h 30 (CST), samedi et dimanche 2008 Electrolux Home Care Products, Inc. Printed in China PN80241
Where to Find Important Vacuum Information Please Retain Record the model, type and serial number below. Date of Purchase (keep your receipt) Model & Type Serial Number This information is located on the rating plate on the lower back side of the vacuum. Refer to these numbers when ordering parts, accessories or when service is needed. Before You Start Your Vacuum Cleaner Refer to Quick Start Guide for assembly and use.this Owner s Guide provides important instructions to prolong the life of your Eureka vacuum cleaner. Inspection Carefully unpack and inspect your new Eureka vacuum cleaner for shipping damage. Each unit is tested and thoroughly inspected before shipping. For instructions regarding any shipping damage, call Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 immediately. Table of Contents Important Safeguards......................................................1 How to Identify Parts of Vacuum Cleaner.....................................2 Filter Maintenance Schedule................................................2 Filter screen, foam filter, filter frame and HEPA filter. How to Use Accessories....................................................3 Telescopic self-cleaning duster, crevice tool, extension wand, dusting brush, Power Paw and stair hose. How to Maintain Your Vacuum Cleaner........................................4 Maintain brush roll, replace cogged brush roll belt and change light bulb. How to Clear a Blockage....................................................5 Hose and air path blockages. Eureka Limited Warranty Information.........................................5 Thermal Cut-Off and Problem Solving........................................6 Spanish Owner s Guide..................................................7-13 French Owner s Guide..................................................14-20 Order Forms and Parts List...............................................21-22 Follow caution information wherever you see this symbol. Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center before using. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use cord as a handle. Do not close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity. Turn off all controls before unplugging. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow. This vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a revolving brush roll. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. Do not place vacuum cleaner on furniture or stairs as the brush roll may cause damage. Place vacuum cleaner on floor with the handle in storage position while using attachments. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. Do not use without dust cup, filter screen, foam filter and HEPA exhaust filter in place. Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use. To prevent burns, avoid touching the belt pulley when servicing the drive belt. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present. Store your vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area. Keep your work area well lighted. Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them. Unplug before connecting Power Paw. Not for use on animals. The Power Paw name is a registered trademark of Electrolux Home Care Products, Inc. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Motor Do Not Oil the motor or the brush roll at any time. The bearings are permanently lubricated and sealed. Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 1 ENGLISH
How to Identify Parts of Vacuum Cleaner Power Paw Filter Screen Air Path Panel Behind Dust Cup Self-Cleaning Duster Duster Activation Knob Headlight Height Adjustment Knob Brush Roll Cover Filter Indicator Light On (I) / Off (O) Switch On / Off Brush Roll Switch Dust Cup & Lever Foam & Filter Frame HEPA Filter Compartment Brush Roll Indicator Light Brush Roll Reset Button EACH USE Dusting Brush Hose Support Tool Caddy, Carry Handle & Upper Cord Wrap Nested Crevice Tool & Extension Wand Quick Release Cord Wrap Handle Release Hose DUST CUP Empty Hose Wand Power Cord Hose Retainer EZ Roll Wheels Filter Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule is also located on back side of dust cup. Assemble the vacuum cleaner before using. Moving parts. Make sure ON/OFF switch is in OFF (O) position before plugging in power cord. Filter Screen Foam Filter PMF-1 SLIDE LEVER TO OPEN WEEKLY PULL OUT & EMPTY SLIDE LEVER TO CLOSE FILTER SCREEN Wash & Clean HEPA Filter HF 10 Filter Frame REMOVE CLOCKWISE WASH AND CLEAN RETURN & LOCK WEEKLY FOAM & FILTER FRAME Wash & Dry REMOVE FOAM & FILTER FRAME 6 MONTHS WASH AIR DRY COMPLETELY REINSTALL FILTERS HEPA FILTER Replace Brush Roll Cogged Belt REMOVE FILTER FRAME LAY FLAT & UNLOCK DOOR REPLACE FILTER REPLACE DOOR & LOCK MONTHLY BRUSH ROLL Clean 2 Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886
Vacuum Cleaner must be turned off and handle must be in upright position Combination Crevice Tool and Extension Wand Baseboards, corners & between cushions 1) Grasp crevice tool near ridges and pull apart. 2) Turn ridge end to center. 3) Push crevice tool into wand and place on end of hose. Dusting Brush Furniture, drapes, blinds, bookshelves, lampshades and vents. 1) Remove hose from hose retainer from back of vacuum. 2) Place dusting brush on end of hose, wand or crevice tool. Power Paw and Stair Hose Furniture and stairs. Some vacuum models have an additional stair hose Part number 70947-5. Make sure vacuum is below you, pushed against the bottom step. 1) If model has additional stair hose, attach to end of hose. 2) Attach Power Paw to the end of wand and hose. Vacuum must be turned off before removing debris from Power Paw. For additional assistance, call Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE. Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 How to Use Accessories Telescopic Self-Cleaning Duster Furniture, blinds, pictures and high-reach areas. Can be used in short or extended positions. 1) Activate static charge: Push power switch ( I ) on and turn activation knob for 10 seconds to clean or charge duster. 2) Turn vacuum off and remove duster from cleaning chamber. 3) Short position: Dust low surfaces. 4) Extended position: Turn twist tabs to extend. Push firmly to collapse and turn to lock. 3ENGLISH
How to Maintain Your Vacuum Cleaner Make sure vacuum cleaner is turned off and power cord is unplugged Maintain Brush Roll Call Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE Part number 62365-4 Motor cam become hot with normal use. Do not remove end caps. Remove hair and threads from brush roll periodically. Check Cogged Belt if Broken, Cut or Out of Shape Part number 72393 Avoid touching the motor shaft when checking Cogged Belt. 1) Use handle release to lower handle. Turn vacuum over and remove 4 screws (Fig. 1). 2) Turn vacuum over to front side and remove brush roll cover (Fig. 2). 3) Slide belt off brush roll motor gear. Remove the brush roll and belt ( Fig. 3). 4) Place new belt around the brush roll. Place brush roll into the base, then place belt onto the motor gear (Fig. 4). 5) Rotate brush roll 2 turns to center belt (Fig. 5). 6) Replace brush roll cover (Fig. 2). 7) Replace screws ➌ &➍closest to the brush roll first. Then replace screws ➀ &➁ (Fig. 6). ➀ ➂ Fig. 1 ➁ ➃ Fig. 2 Fig. 3 ➀ ➌ Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 ➁ ➍ 4 Brush Roll Indicator Light Turn vacuum off and unplug if indicator light turns on. 1) Remove debris that caused the brush roll motor to stall (Fig. 7). Brush Roll Reset Button 1) Press reset button on the side of the brush roll cover to reset motor (Fig. 8). 2) Press top and bottom switches off (O) and lower handle to vacuum carpet (Fig. 9). Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Change Light Bulb Part number 57940-3 Make sure vacuum is turned off and power cord is unplugged. 1) Remove HEPA filter. See directions on page 2 for removing the HEPA filter. 2) Unscrew the lens and remove old bulb (Fig. 10). 3) Push in new bulb, replace lens cover and replace screw (Fig.11). 4) Replace HEPA filter, filter door, foam filter and frame. Secure dust cup. Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 Fig. 9
How to Clear a Blockage Make sure vacuum is turned off and power cord is unplugged. Hose Blockage (Fig. 1) 1) Remove hose from hose retainer. Flexing the hose will help loosen any blockage. 2) Remove screw from hose connector and remove blockage. 3) Replace hose connector and screw. Filter Indicator Light (Fig. 2) 1) If light turns on, check for restrictions in the air path or maintain/replace filters. See page 2. Air Path Blockage (Fig. 3) 1) Remove dust cup to locate air path panel. 2) Remove 2 screws. Remove debris, replace screws and secure dust cup. Eureka warrants this vacuum cleaner to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a term of one year for normal household use. Warranty is granted only to the original purchaser and members of immediate household. This warranty is good for one year from the date of purchase only when the vacuum cleaner is used in the accordance with Eureka operating instructions. This Warranty Does Not Cover Parts of the vacuum that require replacement under normal use such as disposable dust bags, filters, drive belts, light bulbs, brush roll, bristles, impellers and cleaning. Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, and use not in accordance with the Owner s Guide. Defects or damages caused by unauthorized service or the use of other than Genuine Eureka, ARM & HAMMER TM and Filtrete TM by 3M parts. What Eureka Will Do Eureka will, at its option, repair or replace a defective vacuum or vacuum part that is covered by this warranty. As a matter of warranty policy, Eureka will not refund the consumer s purchase price. Warranty Registration Please fill out and return the warranty registration card accompanying your vacuum. Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service you must return the vacuum or vacuum part along with proof of purchase to any Eureka Authorized Warranty Station. For Eureka The Eureka Limited Warranty Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Authorized Warranty Station or Service Information, visit, write or telephone toll free: USA: 1-800-282-2886 Electrolux Home Care North America Service Division P.O. Box 3900 Peoria, IL 61612 Mexico: (55) 5343-384 Electrolux Home Care Canada: 1-800-282-2886 Electrolux Home Care North America Service Division 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4 Obtaining Warranty Service Outside Your Community You must pay the shipping charges to the Eureka Authorized Warranty Station. Return Shipping Charges will be paid by the Warranty Station. When returning parts for repair, please include the model, type and serial number located on the rating plate on the lower backside of the vacuum. Further Limitations and Exclusions Any warranty that may be implied in connection with your purchase or use of the vacuum, including any warranty of Merchantability or any warranty for Fitness For A Particular Purpose is limited to the duration of this warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Your relief for the breach of this warranty is limited to the relief expressly provided above. In no event shall the manufacturer be liable for any consequential or incidental damages you may incur in connection with your purchase or use of the vacuum. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which may vary by state. The ARM & HAMMER name is a trademark of Church and Dwight Co., Inc. 3M and Filtrete are trademarks of 3M Company, used by Electrolux Home Care Products, Inc. under license. 5ENGLISH
Thermal Cut-Off This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the vacuum in case of motor overheating. If the vacuum suddenly shuts off, push the on/off switch to off (O) and unplug the vacuum. Check the vacuum for a possible source of overheating such as a blocked hose or clogged filter. If these conditions are found, fix them and wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum. After the 30 minute period, plug the vacuum back in and turn on the switch. If the vacuum still does not work, take it to a Eureka Authorized Service Center for repair. Problem Solving Make sure vacuum is turned off and power cord is unplugged. Problem Cause Solution Motor will not start. Power plug Push plug securely into outlet. Try another outlet. Check circuit breaker. Power switch off Turn power switch on ( I ). Thermal cut-off See above. Vacuum does not clean carpet or bare floor. Dust cup and filters Empty dust cup and/or change filters. If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when it blocks air flow through the foam filter and filter screen. Make sure foam filter, filter screen and dust cup are in place. Page 2 Belt Replace a worn, cut or out-of-shape belt. Page 4 Hose Flex hose and remove debris. Page 5 No suction at the end of hose. Vacuum is hard to push. Brush roll will not turn. Bare floor setting Carpet height setting Dust cup and filters Filter screen Hose Vacuum height setting Belt Brush roll switch Belt Brush roll indicator light Brush roll reset button Turn height adjustment knob to bare floor position and make sure brush roll switch is in off (O) position. Turn height adjustment knob to another position. Make sure power and brush roll switches are on ( I ). Empty dust cup and/or change filters. If picking up fine dust, the dust cup may not look full, but a fine substance tends to reduce suction when it blocks air flow through the foam filter and filter screen. Make sure foam filter, filter screen and dust cup are in place. Page 2 (Located above the dust cup). Check & clean debris to maintain full air flow. Page 2 Flex hose and remove debris. Page 5 Adjust knob to a higher position. Refer to Quick Start Guide. Replace a worn, cut or out-of-shape belt. Page 4 Press brush roll switch to on ( I ) position. Remove debris from brush roll. Replace broken, stretched or worn belt. Page 4 If light is on, remove debris from around brush roll. Page 4 Press reset button. Press top and bottom power switches on (I) and lower handle. Page 4 6 Eureka Customer Service HELPLINE 1-800-282-2886